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Onanuga Seeks Prosecution Of VDM Over Alleged Fake Tinubu Audio

NewsDeskNgMay 27, 2026May 27, 20260

Onanuga accuses VDM of spreading fake audio linked to Tinubu and calls for legal action against him. Presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, has canvassed legal action against social media influencer, Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VDM, for circulating an audio clip of a fabricated recording attributed to President Bola Tinubu....

FG Inaugurates Edo CNG Conversion Hub, Promises Stronger Support For Gas Economy Drive

NewsDeskNgMay 27, 2026May 27, 20260

Petroleum minister Ekpo inaugurates Edo CNG centre as government promotes cleaner transport, investment growth and youth employment opportunities nationwide. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Mr. Ekperikpe Ekpo, has said the inauguration of the Diverse Autocare Centre Hub and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in Benin, the Edo State...

Dangote Trucks Record 56% Crash Reduction After FRSC Safety Reforms, Company Reveals

NewsDeskNgMay 27, 2026May 27, 20260

Dangote credits FRSC safety audit for sharp decline in truck crashes, fatalities and injuries across Nigerian highways. The Dangote Group, Tuesday in Abuja, commended the management of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) for the remarkable impact of its Safety System Gap Analysis conducted on Dangote Cement Transport operations in...

Eid El Kabir: Akpabio Calls For Sacrifice And Unity Says Nigeria Faces Defining Test

NewsDeskNgMay 26, 2026May 26, 20260

Senate President Akpabio urges Nigerians to embrace sacrifice, unity and hope as Muslims celebrate Eid El Kabir nationwide. President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has called on Nigerians to embrace sacrifice, unity and hope as Muslims across Nigeria and the world celebrate Eid El Kabir. In a statement issued through...

Military Goes After Marabout Providing Spiritual Protection To Terrorists In Forests

NewsDeskNgMay 26, 2026May 26, 20260

Military says troops arrested suspected spiritualists linked to terrorists and uncovered illegal Biafran currency operations. The Nigerian military has stepped up operations against marabouts and spiritualists accused of helping terrorists and bandits hiding in forests across the country. The military also said it would move against illegal currency operations in...

Nigerian Army Strengthens Partnership With TETFund On Armament Technology, Drone Warfare

NewsDeskNgMay 26, 2026May 26, 20260

Nigerian Army and TETFund agree to expand research on weapons technology and drone systems for military use. The Nigerian Army has deepened its partnership with the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to support research in armament technology and drone warfare. The move is aimed at boosting local innovation, training, and...

NCAA Halts Move To Deny Services To Indebted Airlines

NewsDeskNgMay 26, 20260

NCAA suspends enforcement action against indebted airlines as operators dispute debt claims and demand changes to payment system. The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) Monday announced the temporary suspension of its planned enforcement of the “no pay, no service” directive against airlines with outstanding statutory remittances, citing ongoing consultations and...

Pope Leo Warns AI Could Fuel Endless Wars, Urges Global Pause On Development

NewsDeskNgMay 25, 2026May 25, 20260

Pope Leo warns AI risks misinformation, war and exploitation, urging governments to slow development and strengthen ethical controls. Pope Leo has called on governments worldwide to slow down the rapid development of artificial intelligence, warning that unchecked technological growth could deepen global conflict, spread misinformation, and push humanity toward what...

Africa Rising in Global Affairs, Putin Tells Leaders Ahead of Russia-Africa Summit

NewsDeskNgMay 25, 2026May 25, 20260

Putin says Africa is becoming a major global force as Russia moves to deepen strategic ties with the continent. Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared that Africa is increasingly emerging as a major force in global affairs, reaffirming Moscow’s commitment to strengthening political, economic and strategic ties with countries across...

Nigeria Declares Two-Day Public Holiday for Eid-el-Adha

NewsDeskNgMay 25, 2026May 25, 20260

Federal Government declares Wednesday and Thursday public holidays in Nigeria for Eid-el-Adha, urges prayers for peace and national unity. The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 28 as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-el-Adha celebration. The announcement was made on Monday by the Minister of...